https://kirstyjoneswrites.com/contact daily 0.75 2025-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ce435d6bea1ed00016ba287/1558964652247-5MWXNMFZVOPGE4TY6U2Q/MHeiderich_ReflexionenZwei-05-copy.jpg Contact https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/d5a1d296-cd94-48d4-99e4-6f5f46a05b4a/KJones+Headshot+2021+cropped.jpg Contact - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://kirstyjoneswrites.com/schoolworkshops daily 0.75 2025-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ce435d6bea1ed00016ba287/1558964652247-5MWXNMFZVOPGE4TY6U2Q/MHeiderich_ReflexionenZwei-05-copy.jpg School workshops https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/f005e893-1e28-46e2-bb68-3e47abb5a03a/Kirsty+Jones+Portrait-10.jpg School workshops - School workshops Kirsty offers fun and interactive poetry workshops, author talks and creative writing sessions for all ages. She loves sharing her passion for words and helping pupils discover their creative super powers! Kirsty’s poetry workshops include performances of her own poetry, along with readings of work by other poets, with a focus on exploring diverse voices and the techniques used by contemporary poets. Through whole school assemblies, smaller group sessions or school-wide poetry days, Kirsty will inspire a love of words, helping pupils develop the confidence to write and perform their own creations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/1647869444510-Z7CL74Q55G7JELP25HT5/Author+talk.png School workshops Kirsty’s author talks include a reading of her children’s picture book No Matter the Distance, which tells the story of a little kid with a powerful imagination. Book sales and signings can be arranged, with a copy donated to the school library. Kirsty’s bespoke creative writing sessions cover characterisation, story planning, generating ideas and reworking text. She draws on the experience of creating her own picture book (ideal for KS1), and highlights other texts and authors to capture the imaginations of older groups. Whether the focus is on poetry or stories, Kirsty will liaise with teachers before the event to explore options and tailor her approach to meet the needs and interests of their pupils. Sessions can be delivered in person or remotely, and can focus on a particular theme, region or historical period to link in with the wider curriculum. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/0624a79c-4a27-4fee-919a-025559bee4aa/YMPC.jpg School workshops - Testimonial: Yeo Moor Primary School “Kirsty was given the brief of creating a day that would enable our whole school community to come together and celebrate playing with words and using our voices. Beginning with assemblies for each key stage, Kirsty developed a day of workshops that every year group could follow while also providing focused inspiration and guidance for a smaller group of children who would become our school’s ‘word ambassadors’. Our teachers found the resources Kirsty provided very easy to use in the classroom and it enabled all our children to write freely and creatively. In the afternoon showcase and celebration, it was incredible to see children who are normally shy in front of their peers, wanting to perform their work in front of the school. Kirsty has turned us into a school of poets, not afraid to try words out on the page and to use our voice with confidence.” https://kirstyjoneswrites.com/facilitation daily 0.75 2025-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ce435d6bea1ed00016ba287/1558964652247-5MWXNMFZVOPGE4TY6U2Q/MHeiderich_ReflexionenZwei-05-copy.jpg Facilitation https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/5e36358a-41b9-446e-b051-e8480170b994/Online+8-9+On+Mondays+TURQUOISE.png Facilitation On Mondays… We Write A weekly online space for creative folk to write with Kirsty’s gentle guidance and playful prompts. Open to all. Maybe you haven’t written all year, or ever. Maybe you’ve just published your novel, or you’ve got ten in a drawer and wonder why you’re even still trying. Come and be reminded of what it’s all about, with a lovely bit of joy and community. Mondays 8-9pm. Online via Google Meet. £15 per month or £20 if you’d like to subsidise a spot for someone who otherwise couldn’t afford to join. Contact Kirsty to find out more and book your spot. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/337bb73e-5c21-49c9-bda4-3baf814ed5d9/Dareshack+Ignite+23.jpg Facilitation Write Like a Grrrl Kirsty has joined forces with Write Like a Grrrl to deliver a series of six-week creative writing courses for women and non-binary writers of all experiences and abilities. “It’s no exaggeration to say Write Like a Grrrl changed my life! It gave me the confidence to do what I’ve always dreamed of and the community that I needed.” Latest course dates and booking options can be found over at Write Like a Grrrl, or contact Kirsty to find out what’s coming up. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/f6ee6284-9340-4d16-8f3f-39265db5e944/Tea.jpg Facilitation - Creative writing tutor Kirsty designs and delivers creative writing sessions for adults in a variety of settings, ranging from corporate functions to community groups. Unlocking creativity brings countless benefits. Whether online or face to face, sessions can be tailored to meet all aims and budgets. Kirsty also undertakes commissions, from personal celebrations to public-facing initiatives. This includes working with businesses and charities to tell compelling stories and reach new audiences. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/58d7a87f-0a5b-437b-bb2b-bfe4ab352a3f/NESGB-41+%282%29.jpg Facilitation - Testimonial: Adoption West “Kirsty delivered a creative writing session for our women’s support group. Most of the women had never done any writing before, but by the end they had written a group poem they were really proud of. One of the women has continued to write since! Some of the women were unsure as to what it would be like but Kirsty made them feel at ease. They loved hearing clips of performance poets, as well as the visual prompts that she used, and have told us they really enjoyed the whole session.” Hannah Walker, Support Worker https://kirstyjoneswrites.com/picturebook daily 0.75 2023-07-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ce435d6bea1ed00016ba287/1558964652247-5MWXNMFZVOPGE4TY6U2Q/MHeiderich_ReflexionenZwei-05-copy.jpg Picturebook https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/1647870642923-FDQ575F1HAV18VLAOAL0/NMTD.jpg Picturebook - 'No Matter the Distance’ Meet Mo - a bright young kid with a wild imagination and a strong aversion to shoes. But when the world suddenly changes, laughter and play seem so far out of reach. Will Mo find out how to bridge the distance between us? No Matter the Distance, written by Kirsty Jones and illustrated by Karis Harrington, is a stunning celebration of creativity and a beautiful reminder that love can see us through the strangest of times. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/1642772093383-IRCCVMGV2TMWOIS5DST3/Love+at+feet+02.11.20.jpeg Picturebook With original, full colour artwork on every page, this unique paperback picture book has been delighting kids (and grown ups) of all ages since publication in December 2021. “It’s the kind of book that allows parents to begin a conversation with their children about difficult subjects and also reassures children that big overwhelming feelings during times of uncertainty are perfectly normal.” - Sarah (parent of 5 & 9 year olds) Limited stock is available to purchase directly from the author for £6 plus postage & packaging. Discounts are available for bulk purchases. To place an order, simply complete the contact form here and we will get straight back to you. https://kirstyjoneswrites.com/poetry-perf daily 0.75 2025-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/f9a35399-36e5-48da-992a-7ee71632ea55/K+Jones+Headshot+2023.jpg Poetry & Performance - Poetry & Performance Kirsty Jones is a poet and performer with a warm and thought-provoking style. Winner of the New Writers Poetry Competition 2025, shortlisted for the Bridport Poetry Prize 2023 and long-listed for the 2023 National Poetry Competition. Kirsty has shared the stage with many of Bristol’s top poets, including Vanessa Kisuule and Kat Lyons. She has performed at renowned venues, festivals, intimate gigs and poetry slams - some of which are highlighted below. Available for bookings via the contact form. photo credit: Jack Powley https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/11c8facf-528b-434d-bb60-ca1e95b0dd10/Stage+sign.jpg Poetry & Performance - Party on the Green Kirsty was invited to perform on the Spoken Word Stage for Party on the Green, June 2023, celebrating 650 years of Bristol. She shared the bill with a host of top performers including current Bristol City Poet, Kat Lyons, and 2023 Lyra Festival Slam Champion, Emma Taylor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/3cc7f08a-3e82-4922-83a9-93c482418227/JP+silent+stories.jpg Poetry & Performance - Silent Stories Kirsty worked with three Bristol artists (MARIA, Mina Jaff and 1990s Chris) on a second commission for St George’s Bristol, funded by the Gibbs Trust. This culminated in a performance in October 2022 entitled ‘Silent Stories’, through which the artists explored the unspoken, traumatic and surreal experiences that have shaped their lives. Audience members called the evening ‘breathtaking’, ‘lyrical’ and ‘emotive’. photo credit: Jack Powley https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61eab50e2799730d5eeafbec/1647632149455-PI4XCW6FJYMLV2X7NZ48/NESGB-24.jpg Poetry & Performance - St George’s ‘Rebel Music’ series In February 2022, Kirsty was selected to work with former Bristol City Poet Vanessa Kisuule and four other emerging artists. In collaboration with the phenomenal musician Bellatrix, the group created a new spoken word piece for performance at St George’s - Bristol’s world class independent music venue. “It was brilliant - rich and full of unexpected directions, really powerful and intimate.” Ben Spencer, Head of Programme, St George’s. photo credit: Nicky Ebbage https://kirstyjoneswrites.com/prompts daily 0.75 2025-06-10 https://kirstyjoneswrites.com/home daily 1.0 2025-09-30 https://kirstyjoneswrites.com/videos daily 0.75 2024-04-16 https://kirstyjoneswrites.com/videos/v/good-as-new monthly 0.5 2024-04-17 https://kirstyjoneswrites.com/videos/v/friction monthly 0.5 2024-04-16 https://kirstyjoneswrites.com/videos/v/poppies monthly 0.5 2024-04-16